Hey All...

Just checking the NUS website for the estimated costs of living...unfortunately the estimates given are for Jan 2003!!
Given that i'm taking a loan, it would be really helpful if someone could share info on more recent estimated costs of living!! It would be much appreciated!!

Thanks

See u all soon at NUS!

hey sumana,

since u have mentioned that you r taking a loan, if u really dont mind my asking, can u let me know wh/ one should opt for a private or a govt/quasi govt bank? I have just abt started gathering some basic info (like int rate, etc) but there are so many darn banks so am thoroughly confused... Thanks...

Hey Sumana, I'm Dinda from Indonesia. Since I knew that I'm admitted in NUS, I started browsing the info on the living costs there. So, I got the info from the Indonesian community in S'pore that the living costs, especially for student, is about S$700-S$1,200 per month depends on the individual's life style of course. You can rent an affordable room, which price varies around S$300-450. For transportation, it may cost you around S$100, for food expenses I make estimated budget for S$200 ish. They also suggest me that I should eat at NUS cafetaria or Hawker Center, since it's cheaper :) Hope this helps! and c u soon...